Barotse Floodplain, Wetland in Mongu District, Zambia
The Barotse Floodplain spans 5500 square kilometers along the Zambezi River, transforming into a 10,750-square-kilometer expanse during peak flooding periods.
The Lozi people established Barotseland under King Lewanika, creating a substantial kingdom that extended 300 kilometers from the floodplain in Central Africa.
The annual Kuomboka ceremony in Mongu marks the seasonal migration of communities from lowland areas to higher ground during the flooding period.
Visitors need to plan their trips according to flooding cycles, with April marking peak water levels and May through July showing receding patterns.
The floodplain sustains 250,000 residents who practice traditional fishing methods and raise cattle while cultivating maize, rice, and sweet potatoes.
Location: Mongu District
Address: Barotse Floodplain, Zambia
GPS coordinates: -15.32551,23.01628
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:11
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